Let's hear it for the Refs !

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Originally Posted by headlight

I completely agree. However, I think the instances of the refs changing a call are significantly rarer than the refs making a poor call. Its a shame and I understand that the refs are doing the best with the resources they have, which is why I think the refs need more resources (as described in the last two paragraphs of my post).

Yes and no. While refs aren't supposed to talk about the calls that they do or don't make and the discussions that are had about whether or not to make specific calls, there's almost always a lot going on "behind the scenes" where the refs may change a call even without a team challenging it.
I completely agree that refs need more resources, and said since kickoff that we were going to be shortchanged with the number of refs watching the field

Originally Posted by headlight

I am going to assume that you didn't quote my last two paragraphs because you agree with them. From my perspective the refs are often setup to fail by the requirements of their role, the rules, and the regulations governing their position.

You are correct, I agreed with what you said, I mostly just wanted to clarify a few points. And yes, refs are set up to fail, the position is one of very little mercy, but it's sooo much more fun to be right where the action is

Also, Hi Michael! I didn't know you were still reffing! You should come on down to one of the new PCH District Events sometime!